Reviews for Lessons Learned
Guest chapter 7 . 12/27/2019
You characterize them very well, love reading this! Hope there will be more chapters:)
ParanoidInPink chapter 6 . 9/4/2019
...rebellious tendencies that Hank keeps referencing in later chapters. Anyway, it's just a recommendation.
Now, back to the latest chapter: I'm so happy you decided to do both routes. I think it makes sense for Connor to do both instead of having to choose one over the other. So, thank you for that decision. The scene at the bar, with Hank trying to help Connor in his own way was sweet. However, I was so hoping you'd have Hank intervene when the deviant took out Connor's regulator pump. I was jumping to assumptions that Hank would linger a little closer after the events on the roof and actually hear Connor's call for help this time, instead of being too far away like in the game. When that didn't happen, I was badly hoping that you'd have Connor at the bar slip up and say he had called for help, but no one came. (I'm mad this was never addressed in the game, apparantly). I personally think such a realization would strengthen your story for multiple reasons:
1) Connor is given an opportunity to ask for assistance instead of just relying on his own abilities.
2) After his traumatic event on the roof, having him call for help would really emphasize his fear of dying..
3) Hank has an opportunity to genuinely save Connor's life, showcasing his developing affection for the android.
4) It would further structure Hank's wanting to get Connor to just relax and have a drink with him.
Anyway, this is all just suggestions based on what I've read thus far. Your story is great the way it is, I can't emphasize enough. I absolutely loved reading it and am very much looking forward to its continuation. I'm excited to see what you have in store for the next chapter.
Also, the chapter where you had Hank and Connor investigate the warehouse was great. It had the same flow as the chapters previous and it fit in perfectly to what you've developed throughout the story. It was actually refreshing to read something relatively original in this piece.
Also, also, that scene in this chapter with Hank playing with Connor's quarter was hilarious.
Also, also, also, it's brilliant the way you keep having Connor bullshit explajn his emotions. Those small bits are absolute gems.
There's so many great things in this story that I can't list them all here. This is a wonderful narrative of Hank's perspective and don't let anyone try and tell you otherwise.

Thank you for writing this,
ParanoidInPink

P.S. Sorry for the double-review. I'm using the app and accidentally sent the first half.
ParanoidInPink chapter 6 . 9/4/2019
Got to say, I'm sad that I finally caught up, because now the adventures over until the next chapter.
I feel as if you really capture Hank's character here and I'm loving Connor's gradual development through Hank's perspective. I felt the writing was smooth, transitioned easily, and well detailed. I'm impressed.
I do have some constructive criticism for you, which you're free to ignore. At the very beginning, I was surprised to see that you decided not to have Connor jump the fence. You had decided to start with an RK800 so bold as to spill Hank's drink so it seemed odd to not have him deny order and boldly give chase. As your story continues, Hank keeps remarking that Connor doesn't follow orders, which does blatantly contradict that possible chase. I would recommend changing your decision to have Connor pursue Kara and Alice. I believe that decision would grant greater emphasis when Connor decides to not pursue Rupert in exchange for saving Hank's life since that showcases how willing he is to risk his own life for the mission but not Hank's. Having him jump the fence would also better align with Connor's
2kyz chapter 1 . 6/28/2019
loving it!
StolenKiss32 chapter 6 . 6/25/2019
This is really good! Can't wait for another update :)
XinterestingX chapter 3 . 4/15/2019
Another great chapter, just what I wanted!
XinterestingX chapter 2 . 4/14/2019
More of this please. I love these two so much and you’ve captured Hank just right to make this seem like an extra part of the game.
A Reader chapter 2 . 4/13/2019
Looking forward to the next chapter. You characterize them well. The story is enjoyable to read.